December weather forecastSpringfield, SD
December
Weather in December
December in Springfield, South Dakota, dons the winter mantle, enveloping the city in chilly winds and a constant blanket of snow. With only 9.1 hours of daylight and average temperatures ranging from 18.3°F (-7.6°C) to 30.4°F (-0.9°C), December is markedly cold. Regular snowfall adds to the scenic beauty of the city, ensuring a white Christmas almost every year. The city remains mostly under cloud cover, creating a picture-perfect winter setting. With the transition into a new year, January promises to continue the winter pattern marked by a drop in temperature and a rise in snowfalls.Temperature
With the beginning of December, Springfield's average high-temperature experiences a significant decrease, moving from a frosty 46.4°F (8°C) in November to a subzero cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C). Springfield encounters an average low-temperature of 18.3°F (-7.6°C) during December nights.Humidity
In Springfield, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
In Springfield, South Dakota, in December, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.1 rainfall days, and 14.29" (363mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Springfield, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Springfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.8 days and aggregates up to 8.35" (212mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Springfield, South Dakota, is 4.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Springfield, SD
- Average high temperature in December: 30.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 18.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Springfield, SD
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Springfield, SD
- Average wind speed in December: 10.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Springfield, SD
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (62%).
Average rainfall in December
Springfield, SD
- Average rainfall in December: 0.59"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.31").
Average rainfall days in December
Springfield, SD
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Springfield, SD
- Average snowfall in December: 1.22"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Springfield, SD
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Springfield, SD
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Springfield, SD
- Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Springfield, SD
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Springfield, SD
- Average cloud cover in December: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in December
Springfield, SD
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
